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The Hundred tournament begins on July 21 with eight teams

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 5:21 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

The Hundred tournament begins on July 21 with eight teams
Summary

The sixth staging of The Hundred cricket competition is set to start on Tuesday, July 21, running through to August 16. This season features eight teams, some of which have undergone rebranding during the offseason. Fans can anticipate extensive coverage, with matches available on BBC Two and iPlayer, as well as ball-by-ball commentary on BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website. The tournament promises to engage cricket enthusiasts with both games on the opening day and the final events scheduled for broadcast.

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Key Details
  • •The Hundred runs from July 21 to August 16.
  • •Eight teams are competing, with some rebranded.
  • •Matches will be broadcast on BBC Two and iPlayer.
  • •Ball-by-ball commentary available on BBC Sounds and the website.
  • •The opening day will feature two matches.
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  • 5:21 AMBBC Sport — Cricket quiz: Can you name all eight teams in The Hundred?
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The sixth staging of The Hundred starts on Tuesday, 21 July, which makes now the perfect time to refresh your knowledge.

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